Extended restaurant hours at Unit 1 (KFC) Fareham Trade Park, Lederle Lane, Gosport

What was proposed

The application sought later opening for a drive-through restaurant, with midnight closing most days and 2am closing on Fridays and Saturdays.

“VARIATION OF CONDITION 18 OF PLANNING PERMISSION 13/00411/OUT TO ALLOW EXTENDED OPENING HOURS - PLANNING PERMISSION 13/00411/OUT RELATED TO THE ERECTION OF DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANT (CLASS A3/A5) AND DRIVE- THROUGH COF FEE SHOP (CLASS A3/A5) WITH ASSOCIATED ACCESS AND CAR PARKING (as amplified by information received 24.02.26) Unit 1 (KFC) Fareham Trade Park Lederle Lane Gosport Hampshire PO13 0FE”

“This application relates to a variation of planning condition 18, of Outline planning permission 13/00411/OUT, to allow for alternative hours. The revised hours sought are for the store to remain open until Midnight every day, with the exception of Friday and Saturday nights, where the closure would be 02.00 the next day.”

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Earlier permissions

Outline permission was granted in 2013 for two drive-through restaurants, followed by approval of reserved matters in 2014.

“Outline planning permission was granted in 2013 under reference 13/00411/OUT for various works, including the construction of two drive-thru restaurants. The subsequent Reserved Matters was approved, under reference 14/00151/DETS. The drive-thru and restaurant have been operating for some time. As part of the outline planning permission, condition 18 was imposed to restrict opening hours of the business. Condition 18 states:”

“13/00411/OUT - Outline Application - erection of drive-through restaurant (Class A3/A5) and drive- through coffee shop (Class A3/A5) with associated access and car parking - permitted 18.12.13”

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Consultation responses

Environmental Health and the Defence Infrastructure Organisation had no objection, while no response was received from Crime Prevention and Design.

“Defence Infrastructure Organisation No objection.”

“Crime Prevention & Design No response received.”

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Who spoke

The agent discussed the noise survey, litter management plan, private-property restrictions, bins and possible signs for customers.

The committee debate

Members discussed noise from vehicles and customers, impacts on two bungalows, litter problems, enforcement, employment and food options.

“The significant issues came from noise from cars, people exiting vehicles, shouting, banging car doors, and there were concerns that this would continue until the early hours with any extended opening. Issues have been continually raised with the management with no improvement. The litter issue extended beyond the limit of the perimeter of the site, onto Lederle Lane, the A32 and beyond.”

“Some Members were apprehensive about approving the proposal on the basis that the litter issue was not being addressed currently and there were noise issues. It was confirmed that no formal noise issue complaints had been received. Concerns were expressed that if permission was granted, the only claw back would be through enforcement action which could be lengthy.”

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The vote

Members proposed and seconded approval for a temporary period of 12 months.

“It was proposed and seconded that the approval be granted on a temporary basis for a period of 12 months.”

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The decision

The application was approved temporarily for 12 months, subject to the conditions in the development management report.

“RESOLVED: That application 25/00372/VOC be approved for a temporary period of 12 months subject to the conditions in the report of the Head of Development Management.”

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